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The 1% Better Runner | DLake, Mike Trees & FriendsHelping self-coached runners improve 1% daily with habits that fuel success in life Author: Daren DLake
This is a podcast about how runners can live better lives through consistent self-improvement.Unlike other running brands, The 1% Better Runner focuses on how small, daily habit improvements ripple into broader life success, helping runners perform better both on and off the road, track, or dirt.Im Daren DLake: Certified running and nutrition coach, Sub-3-hour marathoner and 10-hour Ironman finisher.Since 1996, Ive been helping other self-coached runners, researching, and experimenting on how to better myself 1% each day.A few times a week, Ill drop how Im tweaking my training, sticking to habits when lifes messy, and cool stuff from coaches and health pros. Its a no-BS cheat sheet for building better habitsnot just for running, but for work, relationships, and personal growth too.Join thousands of other committed runners listening to the most exciting run and endurance sports content on the internet and get more tactics and strategies in your inbox each week.Bonus - Get my free 30-day base and habits training plan when you sign up for the free newsletter here.PS - Podcasting is very "1-way," so let's fix that. Hit us up if you have any feedback, want to collaborate, or just wanna tell me about your training. On Instagram @dlakecreates or talk@dlakecreates.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Language: en Genres: Fitness, Health & Fitness, Running, Sports Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Why Smartwatch & Virtual Coaches are Lame (and here’s the fix)
Wednesday, 28 May, 2025
The fitness tech industry is failing runners, and no one’s talking about it.Ever felt like your smartwatch or running app just doesn’t get you? You crush a hard workout, and it calls it "unproductive." You take a rest day, and your fitness score drops. The truth? Most fitness tech is stuck in the past; obsessed with data but clueless about what runners actually need. This episode breaks down why the tech we trust with our training is often missing the point, and how that can hold us back without us even realizing it. I dive into what’s really wrong with how fitness data is delivered, why it’s failing more experienced runners, and how we can shift the focus from generic numbers to meaningful insights. If you’re tired of chasing arbitrary metrics instead of real progress, feeling guilty about rest days, or getting useless feedback from your watch, this one’s for you.Key TakeawaysSmartwatches track data but fail at giving useful advice: They show numbers but don't explain what to do with them or how to improve.Fitness apps reward the wrong things: They push streaks and long runs over smart training, which can lead to burnout.The best runners don't follow generic plans: Progress comes from understanding your body, not just hitting app goals.Timestamps[00:00] Why smartwatches and virtual coaches aren't working[00:40] What You’ll Learn[01:23] The problem with "training unproductive" messages[02:15] What apps track vs. what runners really need[03:07] Why running apps don’t ask about your goals[04:12] How Did We Get Into This Virtual Coaching Mess?[06:36] The Cater To The Average Trap[08:14] How custom heart rate zones can mess up your fitness score[09:35] How gamification creates burnout and pressure[10:39] What a better app could actually look likeLinks & Learnings📈 Get your free 1% better base training plan - https://dlakecreates.com/basefree🎧 Listen, read and learn more here https://dlakecreates.com/virtualcoach Learn more about how smart watches are lying to you https://dlakecreates.com/smartwatchWhy Strava is Pacist and Doesn’t Care About Short Distance People https://www.youtube.com/shorts/1D_pHZ7J4WwDLake Runs on IG - https://instagram.com/dlakecreatesDLake Runs on Strava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/120507 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
